Lumbini, Nepal

Lumbini — Birthplace of Buddha

The exact spot where Siddhartha Gautama was born, ringed by monasteries from across the Buddhist world.

2 Days / 1 Night 2 – 20 people Oct – Mar Easy

Tour highlights

Maya Devi Temple and the marker stone of the birthplace

The Ashoka Pillar, inscribed in 249 BCE

Sacred pond and ancient bodhi tree

International monastic zone — Thai, Myanmar, Chinese and German monasteries

World Peace Pagoda and eternal flame

Optional meditation session with resident monks

Day-by-day itinerary

Fly or drive to Bhairahawa and transfer to Lumbini. Afternoon at the Sacred Garden — Maya Devi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar, the sacred pond and the bodhi tree, ending with evening chanting.

Flight or drive Site entry Overnight Lumbini

Cycle-rickshaw or e-vehicle tour of the international monastic zone, visiting monasteries built by Buddhist nations around the world, followed by the World Peace Pagoda. Optional guided meditation before departure.

Meditation Breakfast Departure transfer

Amenities available

All transfers Hotel accommodation Daily breakfast Buddhist heritage guide Site entry fees Meditation session Monastic zone transport Wi-Fi in hotel Airfare Lunch & dinner

Cost includes

Ground transfers Bhairahawa–Lumbini–Bhairahawa
1 night hotel accommodation on twin sharing
Daily breakfast
Lumbini Sacred Garden entry fees
Guided tour of the monastic zone
Licensed Buddhist heritage guide

Cost excludes

Kathmandu–Bhairahawa airfare or coach fare
Lunch and dinner
Donations and personal offerings
Personal expenses and tipping
Travel insurance

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